McCormack under Liberal Fire in 90th Congress
In Our Opinion, John W. McCormack, leader of the 90th Congress, faces liberal critics over the Powell affair and the 21 day rule. Liberals say his stance shows a shift from the 89th Congress, with 47 fewer Democrats reflecting public changes rather than his leadership.
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Truth in TV ads hinges on real people and integrity bits
Madison Avenue embraces civilians as witnesses in ads. Nonmodels are paid about 120 dollars daily and some become professionals. Agencies push slice of life veracity while skeptics doubt television authenticity and distrust transforms of everyday products.
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Mad Ave
Sally Schlumpf
Government asks for theft proof cars mayors keys debate
Washington lawmakers fear rising auto thefts and pressure manufacturers to build theft proof vehicles under the threat of new legislation. In New York Mayor Lindsay urges police to act quickly against illegally parked cars by driving them away, prompting questions about access to skeleton keys.
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New York
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Drafting Us Old Guys for War Reconsidered
Paul Harvey argues Congress will keep Selective Service with little change. He urges drafting older men and recalls how 59 year olds trained as pilots and soldiers. He says sons should lead, older generations funded wars, and warns wars will reach the aged if youth are attacked.
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Ted Kennedy
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Auto safety standards set January 31 faces Detroit pressure
Washington Merry Go Round notes D-Day for auto safety as Dr. William Haddon prepares to issue 23 standards for 1968 models. Detroit engineers pressure Haddon, while industry figures like Stieglitz resist concessions. foreign and domestic groups push for careful rules amid backers and threats.
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Volkswagen
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D-Okla
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On the Line Auto makers have point
Detroit columnist argues newspapers and media unfairly target the American auto industry. He defends manufacturers against Ralph Nader and critics, noting long history of recalls and the industry’s role in the economy. He cites safety regulation concerns and proposed road-accident factors while praising Ford and others for repair practices.
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Bob Considine
Detroit
Time
Newsweek
United States
Ralph Nader
Henry Ford
Religion on campus stirs deep student discussions
A survey of day students at a large city college shows 67 percent talked about religion in the past week and 63 percent spoke with someone of a different faith. Most discussions occurred informally, with friends, and centered on experience, sharing, and ideas rather than arguing.
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Ray Cromley
Washington
Enterprise Assn
To the Point Bullying Rhodesia a Folly of Enormous Magnitude
Russell Kirk argues in the House committee debate that the United States should not intervene in Rhodesia. He questions UN Afro-Asian criticisms and notes similar crises in Africa often see no sanctions, suggesting U.S. intervention would imply imperialism and provoke wider conflict.
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Dean Acheson
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United States
G. Mennen Williams
Michigan
Parents Are More Important Than Anybody
The passage urges parents to balance home duties with public life, praising a company for accountability and urging citizens to vote, support schools, engage in community activities, and elevate literature and entertainment. It argues family example shapes future adults and stresses love and responsibility.
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